Flying from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Brussels. Explore your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when organising your flight from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR).
Pinto Martins Airport is located in Fortaleza. The city operates on the UTC-3 timezone and is four hours behind Brussels.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Brussels to FOR.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Whether you're eager to discover another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Brussels to FOR.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Brussels Airport:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, 71.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Brussels to FOR flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance of 71.71%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near FOR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Pinto Martins Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and discover more of Fortaleza and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport flight.
Getting from Pinto Martins Airport (FOR) to central Fortaleza
Central Fortaleza is about 5 kilometres from Pinto Martins Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
R 6,421 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport. Return flights start from R 11,848. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Brussels to FOR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport (FOR). July is the peak month for travel to Fortaleza. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Fortaleza is October, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Brussels to FOR plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport in July when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Fortaleza
After booking your flight from Brussels to Pinto Martins Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fortaleza:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Praia de Futuro, Beira Mar de Fortaleza and Praia Mansa are must-visits when exploring Fortaleza.
Explore more of Brazil
Mossoro is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Fortaleza. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Jardim e plantas nativas de Mossoró, St. Peter's Church and Igreja do Nazareno.
Want ideas for other fascinating places to go in Brazil? Set out 193 kilometres west of Fortaleza to Sobral. Estátua Do Cristo Redentor is one of the highlights in the area.
